Mobile-review has compared the Sony Ericsson W960 Walkman and the Nokia N81 XpressMusic based on their important features. It is really interesting comparison and you should see it.
Based on the criteria that mobile-review has, the Nokia N81 has earned more points than the Sony Ericsson W960. To be precise, there were eight “plus” of the N81 that the W960 doesn’t have and most of which are scores on the most vital part. The W960 only won in the player’s abilities and the data transfer speeds criteria. You can see the comparison yourself under. The W960i is a different creature – no doubt, it is an interesting product, it is handy in use, but… only as long as you don’t face it off against its closest rival.
Some words on pricing. As of today, the W960i retails for around 730 USD (in Moscow), whereas the N81 8Gb is priced in the neighborhood of 570 USD, which is quite a difference given that the former is essentially behind the N81 on most accounts, saving for the times when you beam music over Bluetooth. But if you shell out on a wireless headset (like the SE DS-200) for the W960i, its sonic experience will benefit big time. Although, doesn’t it get too steep with all these extra expenses accounted for? Probably a better way to go for the some money is the iPhone or the N81 8Gb?
You may well object and stick to the fact that the W960i features a touch-sensitive display and is second to none, leave alone some N81. And I will agree; however, while smaller, the N81 8Gb’s display is definitely on the bright side and oozes quality, allowing the user to watch clips and short cartoons and enjoy them very much. Plus, don’t forget it comes equipped with the N-Gage service and Nokia’s own music store.
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